Just been diagnosed
Hello ladies,
I have just had a mastectomy after being diagnosed with early breast cancer 2 weeks ago. I am getting my pathology results today. They havent found cancer anywhere else but I think I'...
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hi, i had a lumpectomy in 1998, 11 nodes, one with cancer. i had chemotherapy and radiation.
i had another lumpectomy on the other side in 2003 and more radiation.
everyone is different, depending on age, type and extent of the BC. i was grade two, early BC both times.
get information, and be guided by your team, then make the best choice for you
i think there are pros and cons re the treatments, but you have to do something to get the BC. it is a scary time and a shock for you and your loved ones.
i looked at conventional and some alternate therapies. make sure you discuss with your medical team, as some things can react with conventional treatments.
be kind to yourself, and take things day by day. hoping you get through it all ok.
all the best, kathy.